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What is the primary characteristic of haploid cells?
What is the primary characteristic of haploid cells?
- They contain one set of chromosomes. (correct)
- They are involved in asexual reproduction.
- They are found only in somatic cells.
- They contain two sets of chromosomes.
Which type of human cells are considered haploid?
Which type of human cells are considered haploid?
- Sex cells (correct)
- Skin cells
- Red blood cells
- Muscle cells
What is the abbreviation used for haploid cells?
What is the abbreviation used for haploid cells?
- 2n
- n (correct)
- H
- Nc
During which type of cell division do haploid cells form?
During which type of cell division do haploid cells form?
If a haploid cell has 'n' chromosomes, how many chromosomes would a diploid cell have?
If a haploid cell has 'n' chromosomes, how many chromosomes would a diploid cell have?
Flashcards
Haploid Cell
Haploid Cell
A cell containing only one set of chromosomes.
Diploid Cell
Diploid Cell
A cell containing two sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.
Haploid Number (n)
Haploid Number (n)
The number of chromosomes in a haploid cell.
Human Sex Cells
Human Sex Cells
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Meiosis
Meiosis
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Study Notes
Haploid Cells
- Contain only one set of chromosomes
- Homologous sex cells
- Abbreviated as n
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